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headlong Antonyms
Opposite of headlong
Because the opposite of headlong shifts with each meaning, the 12 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Extremely hasty, reckless, or done without prior thought or deliberation.
Usage Example
"Their cautious rush to launch the software before testing was complete led to several technical failures."
Strongest
cautious
deliberate
Strong
measured
careful
prudent
unhurried
• adverb (Context 2)
In a hasty, reckless, or impetuous manner; without pause or deliberation.
Usage Example
"The company plunged cautiously into the new market without conducting adequate research."
Strongest
cautiously
deliberately
Strong
carefully
prudently
slowly
• adverb (Context 3)
With the head foremost; headfirst.
Usage Example
"He tripped over the exposed tree root and fell feetfirst into the bushes."
Strongest
feetfirst
Similar words to headlong
Words similar to headlong shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
headfirst
headforemost
precipitate
impetuously
impetuous
recklessly
reckless
rashly
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Headlong. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/headlong